Museums & Historic Places
Museums and Historic Places in Galway
There are many fine museums in Galway covering a diverse range of subjects just waiting to be explored. There are museums dedicated to Galway’s rich literary history such as the Kiltartan Gregory Museum and Thoor Ballylee near Gort. Other museums focus on the geology of the west of Ireland and work associated with it at the James Mitchell Geology Museum and the Glengowla Mines Experience. The lives of Galway people are well documented at some excellent attractions such as the Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna, the Connemara Heritage Centre or at Galway City Museum. Whatever your interest you’ll find plenty to discover at one of the many museums in Galway.
Both a museum and a jewellery shop, Thomas Dillions Claddagh Gold is dedicated to the history of this Galway made ring. Stepping into the Claddagh Ring Museum, housed in a...
Quay Street, Galway City, Ireland
The Michael Smyth forge & Claregalway museum is situated in Rooaunmore, Baile Chláir. The restored forge contains an open furnace, old leather bellows, an anvil and typical tools, which the...
Rooaunmore, Claregalway, Ireland
Are you a technology enthusiast who loves delving into the past to learn about the evolution of computers and communication devices? Look no further than the Computer and Communications Museum...
IDA Business Park, Dangan, Newcastle, Galway City, Ireland
The Connemara Heritage Centre in Clifden, County Galway, is a fascinating cultural attraction dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history, traditions and stories of the Connemara region. Located just...
Lettershea, Galway, Ireland
Visit the only museum in Ireland dedicated to the Connemara Pony and Irish Horse. Discover how the Connemara Pony and Irish Horse played an integral role in Ireland’s culture throughout...
Kilrickle, Galway, Ireland
The last stone cathedral of its kind constructed in western Europe. Built in the Renaissance style, the artwork, glasswork and woodwork were all handcrafted by Irish artists and the money...
Gaol Road, Galway City, Ireland
Galway City Museum reopened on 16th April 2007 with the launch of its permanent exhibition. Among the highlights on show is a rare 17th century altar piece, the new location...
Spanish Arch, Claddagh, Galway, Ireland
At Glengowla, you can experience the following: An underground mine tour Sheep Dog herding demonstrations Turf Cutting demonstrations Farm walks Underground Mine Tour Experience a tour like no other in...
Glengowla, Oughterard, Ireland
163 workhouses were built in Ireland from 1840 to 1853 and served as the last resort of the starving populations during this period. Impoverished people entered the workhouse to receive...
Portumna, Co. Galway, Ireland
Known as "Galway’s Hidden Museum," the James Mitchell Geology Museum is a captivating Victorian-style "museum of a museum" located within the historic Quadrangle of the University of Galway. Founded in...
The Quadrangle, Galway City, Ireland
Located at the historic Kiltartan Cross near Gort (H91 C85C), the Kiltartan Gregory Museum is an architectural and cultural gem dedicated to the life of Lady Augusta Gregory, the "Grand...
Kiltartan Cross, Gort, H91 C85C, Co. Galway, Ireland
Kylemore Abbey, known as Ireland’s most romantic Castle is located in Connemara, Co. Galway and is the most visited attraction in the West of Ireland. The Abbey is situated beside...
Kylemore Abbey, Galway, Ireland
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